U.S. and EU Impose Fresh Sanctions on Iran Amid Middle East Tensions

The Western powers aim to curb Iran's destabilizing activities following its missile attack on Israel.

The U.S. Treasury Department has announced new sanctions targeting Iran's oil industry to limit its funding of regional destabilization efforts, including support for terrorist proxies.
The European Union is set to impose additional sanctions on Iran next week, focusing on individuals and entities linked to the Iranian regime.
Iran has launched diplomatic efforts to mitigate the potential scale of Israel's response to its recent missile attack, amid concerns over a broader regional conflict.
U.S. officials have urged Israel to avoid targeting Iranian nuclear sites, emphasizing the need for a proportional response to prevent escalation.
Iran's key regional ally, Hezbollah, has been weakened by recent Israeli military operations, complicating Tehran's strategic position in the Middle East.